African Drums: Oil Painting Demo Step 6

Welcome to the Step 6 of the Oil Painting Demo of African Drums.

These are drums that were used by an African Dance group during my Traditional Marriage ceremony in Nigeria. I was taken in by the beauty and versatility of the African Drums that I could not help but paint them.

I woke up this morning a bit frustrated with myself. Wanted to put up some pictures yesterday but my camera chose that particular time to pack up. It had been showing some signs lately and I feel it's time to get a new one.

Never knew one day I would feel so paralyzed without my camera.

African Drums: Oil Painting Demo by Nkolika Anyabolu

Over time I've realized that a camera should definitely be part of every artist's equipment. I go everywhere with my camera...always ready to capture anything that comes my way.

Will have to work towards getting a new one soon.

Yesterday was a very beautiful day (aside from having to cope without a camera!!!) because I went for a scan.

It was a glorious experience. Watching our tiny tot move around and his/her tiny heart beating so rapidly. It's amazing how God creates and leaves us totally in awe of His mighty works.

My tiny tot has been moving for a while now and I have been feeling very unsettled lately. I guess it'll take some time before I get used to the feeling of a being moving within me. Aside from the unsettling feeling, it's a wonderful experience.

From now on I would be constantly reminded that I'm sharing my body with someone.

I have left out the details on the faces. Trying to keep things simple with more emphasis on the drums.

Still got a small portion to work on. I have been a bit confused with that part because it's not clear in the reference picture I am using. I guess I have to figure out what to put there. But I'm certain the man's holding a musical instrument.